Chicago, IL– In a significant milestone for the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG), the organization bids a fond farewell to outgoing Executive Director Chantal Forster and extends a warm welcome to Jean Westrick, beginning a new era of leadership at the institution.
Jean Westrick officially assumed the role of TAG’s third Executive Director on December 1, 2023, marking a poignant juncture for the organization. With an impressive background in leveraging technology, innovation, and program strategy to foster communities at the Chicago Community Trust, Westrick is poised to lead TAG into a promising future. Chantal Forster will continue to serve in an advisory capacity until December 31, 2023, ensuring a seamless transition.
In a strategic gathering last week, the full TAG team convened in Chicago for a planning retreat and event with Chicago TAG members and incoming Board Chair, José Aron-Diaz, Director of Technology at Bezos Earth Fund. This meeting underscores TAG’s commitment to planning and collaboration, setting the stage for Westrick’s leadership.
Expressing the board’s confidence and enthusiasm, incoming Board Chair José Aron-Diaz lauded Jean Westrick’s responsible and sustainable vision for TAG’s growth, deeply rooted in the organization’s mission and values. Aron-Diaz remarked, “Jean’s strategic acumen aligns seamlessly with TAG’s commitment to a charitable sector enabled by the strategic, innovative, and equitable use of technology. We look forward to the TAG community meeting Jean in 2024 at our TAGlocal series of micro-conferences throughout the US, EU, and UK.”
Learn more about the TAGlocal event series at tag2024.org.
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Tracie Mooneyham
Director of Community Engagement, Technology Association of Grantmakers